2004 BMW 535 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
